The Nigeria Police Force, on Monday, said it did not arrest the chairman of the Kano Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission, Muhuyi Gado, stating that he was only invited.
A statement by Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said Gado was invited after the Inspector-General of Police Monitoring Group received a petition against him on January 17.
According to Adejobi, “The Nigeria Police Force has taken note of recent claims made by Muhuyi Gado, the chairman of the Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission, regarding his alleged arrest by police authorities.
“We wish to clarify that Mr. Magaji was not arrested; instead, he was invited by the force about a petition received against him.
“On Friday, January 17, 2025, the Inspector-General of Police Monitoring Unit received a petition against Mr. Muhuyi. In accordance with standard investigative protocols, he was invited to engage with police officials as part of due process in addressing the matter.
“Given his role as a public servant and a respected individual within society, it is expected of Mr Muhuyi to cooperate with the police to ensure a proper investigation is carried out, rather than seeking to create media attention.
“Any assertions indicating that Mr Magaji was arrested are unfounded and misleading. We urge the media and general public to avoid disseminating misinformation that may cause unnecessary alarm or confusion. The Force remains committed to upholding the rule of law and following due process in all investigations.”
